Store Development Manager

Gymshark; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gymshark seeks a Senior Store Designer for their Global Real Estate team. This role encompasses managing store development projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to quality and budget requirements while collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates need a solid background in construction management, a strong focus on teamwork, and excellent communication skills. The position offers comprehensive wellness perks and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

33 days holidays (including Bank Holidays) + your birthday

Employer pension contributions up to 7%

Contribution to a gym membership

50% Gymshark Discount

Support for wellbeing (financial, physical, mental)

Paid time off for health reasons

Generous family leave policy

Bonus potential

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction project management.
• Experience in retail construction and store development is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing new and existing store development projects.
• Collaborating effectively with a team of project managers.
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients.

Skills

Team collaboration

Financial acumen

Communication

Proficiency in project management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Certifications in project management

Tools

Project management software

Job description

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Senior Store Designer for the Global Real Estate team

THE ROLE:

To ensure management of new and existing store projects. Managing clients' expectations through implementation of a project plan and providing leadership to contractors and architects, driving store projects to completion with the support of the Senior Development Project Manager.

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Overseeing the execution of new and existing store development projects, ensuring they are completed within scheduled timelines, budget constraints, and meet the highest quality standards.
• Collaborating effectively with a team of project managers, fostering an environment that encourages teamwork, innovation, and high performance.
• Liaising seamlessly with architects, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure goal alignment and smooth project execution.
• Creating and implementing comprehensive project plans detailing scope, objectives, deliverables, resources, budget, and timelines.
• Proactively identifying potential risks and developing contingency plans to mitigate them.
• Ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations across all projects.
• Reviewing project statuses regularly and reporting to senior management for transparency and decision-making.
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes, optimize resources, and streamline processes.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Who you are :

• Exceptional team collaboration skills, with experience working in high-performing teams.
• Strong financial acumen, capable of managing budgets and understanding financial implications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with stakeholders and clients.
• Proficiency in project management software tools.
• Deep understanding of construction procedures, materials, and project management principles.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and quality standards in construction.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or related field; master's degree or certifications are a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction project management, managing large projects.
• Experience in retail construction and store development is highly desirable.

THE PERKS:

At Gymshark, we believe in investing in our employees' physical, mental, and financial health, along with providing fun and inclusive perks:

• 33 days holidays (including Bank Holidays) + your birthday
• Employer pension contributions up to 7%
• Contribution to a gym membership
• 50% Gymshark Discount
• Support for wellbeing (financial, physical, mental)
• Paid time off for health reasons
• Generous family leave policy
• Bonus potential

OUR VALUES ARE INVALUABLE

We value being accessible, inclusive, humble (Be Human); caring for others and creating positive change (Give a Shit); honest, trustworthy, and genuine (Do the Right Thing); ambitious, agile, and disruptive (Find the Gymshark Way); and understanding that we go further together (Put Family First).